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Good conduct pledge frees officer

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4 months ago

May 24, 2025

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KUWAIT CITY, May 24:The Court of Cassation overturned the seven-year prison sentence imposed on a traffic officer accused of unlawfully transferring vehicle ownership without the presence of the original owners. Instead of upholding the sentence, the court decided to refrain from pronouncing punishment and then required the officer to maintain good conduct.

In the same case, the court also ruled to abstain from punishing several employees involved in the case. All were ordered to pay a bail of KD500 and adhere to good conduct conditions for one year. Earlier, the Public Prosecution referred the accused to court on charges of forgery, alleging they facilitated the transfer of vehicle ownership to third parties without the presence or authorization of the actual owners.

By Jaber Al-Hamoud

Al-Seyassah/Arab Times Staff

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Kuwait Cracks Down on Reckless Overtaking in Traffic Campaign

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September 21, 2025

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KUWAIT CITY, Sept. 21: The Traffic and Operations Sector has intensified inspection campaigns aimed at curbing reckless driving practices, particularly violations related to overtaking and the deliberate obstruction of traffic flow.

The campaign was carried out in coordination with patrol teams from the General Traffic Department, supported by civil patrols from the Security Control Department. Advanced monitoring methods were also deployed, including the use of drones to track violators and document offenses.

In a statement, the Ministry of Interior reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing road safety and reducing traffic accidents. The ministry urged citizens and residents alike to comply with traffic regulations and to cooperate with security personnel to help maintain order on the roads and safeguard public safety.

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One Person Injured as Firefighters Battle Al-Rawdah Blaze

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September 20, 2025

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KUWAIT CITY, Sept 20: Firefighting teams managed to bring a house fire under control in the Al-Rawdah area on Saturday afternoon. According to the Fire Department, the teams quickly evacuated the house to ensure the safety of its occupants before tackling the blaze. Firefighters were able to contain the flames and prevent the fire from spreading to nearby properties. The incident left one person injured, who was immediately handed over to emergency medical teams for treatment. Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire.

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Court clears blogger, ex-candidate; murder suspect remains in custody

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17 hours ago

September 20, 2025

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KUWAIT CITY, Sept 20: The Court of Cassation on Thursday upheld the acquittal of a blogger residing outside Kuwait on charges of spreading false news. It also upheld the acquittal of a former National Assembly election candidate who expressed his dissatisfaction with the appointment of undersecretaries in ministries on social media.

Meanwhile, the Criminal Court rejected the request to release a Saudi woman accused of beating her maid to death in Sabah Al-Nasser, hence, the continuation of her detention pending trial. This court also postponed the hearing of the case of a citizen and others accused of insulting a segment of society, until Oct 1.

Meanwhile, the Court of Appeal on Thursday sentenced former MP Bader Al-Dahoum to one year in prison, suspended the execution of the sentence, and set bail at KD 5,000. The court also ordered Al-Dahoum to maintain good conduct for three years to avoid serving the sentence. Al-Dahoum was convicted of insulting Constitutional Court judges during a seminar. Also, the Court of First Instance ordered the Public Authority for the Disabled Affairs (PADA) to amend a citizen’s disability classification to “severe disability,” thus overturning a previous classification of medium disability.

The court based its decision on official medical reports proving the citizen’s deteriorating health condition requires permanent care. Lawyer Ali Matar Al-Wawan, who represented the citizen, emphasized that the ruling is a significant victory for the rights of persons with disabilities and affirms judicial oversight over administrative decisions impacting individuals’ basic rights. He said the court invalidated the prior classification due to its lack of a sound medical basis and contradiction with the Ministry of Health’s reports. Al-Wawan added that this ruling sets an important precedent, allowing all persons with disabilities to review their classifications and claim their full rights in cases of administrative errors or negligence.

By Jaber Al-Hamoud
Al-Seyassah/Arab Times Staff